Leon Cheng, MD
Leon Cheng is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Sunnyvale, CA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
With over 26 years in internal medicine, Leon Cheng, MD is a long-established internist in Sunnyvale. A University of California, Davis School of Medicine graduate since 2000, he brings 26+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5286dNPPES updated 2011-12-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.84%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
171
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
232
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,290
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $168k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of California, Davis School of Medicine
26 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of California, Davis School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
2350 W El Camino Real 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94040-6201
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Leon Cheng
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leon Cheng for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Sunnyvale required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leon Cheng
Dr. Cheng is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sunnyvale, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (408) 730-4262.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leon Cheng
Practice Location
401 Old San Francisco Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-6387
Mailing Address
2350 W El Camino Real 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94040-6201
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